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What is the standard of proof the State Attorney must prove at a violation of probation hearing to convict me?  

Initially, an arrest that results in formal charges by the State attorney must be proved “beyond a reasonable doubt” in order to obtain a conviction. Often, convictions result in a sentence of probation which requires a person to be supervised for a specific period of time and meet additional conditions…

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Understanding how sex crimes are investigated can result in potential charges and penalties

Sexual crimes in the state of Florida are very serious and must be thoroughly investigated by your attorney either prior to being charged or arrested or after you are charged or arrested. The first question we look at is what the State Attorney’s process is in deciding who gets investigated…

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What is the difference between ‘nolo contendere,’ ‘nolle prosequi,’ and ‘guilty plea?’

If you have ever been arrested for a crime and taken before a judge, you know that you are attending an arraignment hearing. An arraignment hearing is where you (and your attorney if you have retained one) enter a plea. We have all seen in the movies where the defendant…

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